2021 | Te Mata Estate 'Awatea' Cabernet - Merlot | Hawke's Bay Montagne-Saint-Emilion The wine has a splendid

The wine has a splendid golden color

The nose shows aromas of brioche

mineral-driven character with early notes of reduction or funk that improve with air

35% Cabernet Sauvignon

all elegance

2021 | Te Mata Estate 'Awatea' Cabernet - Merlot | Hawke's Bay Montagne-Saint-Emilion The wine has a splendidA deep brilliant crimson with an underlying amethyst hue, immediately offers up concentrated blackcurrant, blackberry, dark plum, cocoa powder and cedar with a subtle marine note in the background. The ripe dark and red fruit is fresh and varietally defined, enlivening the wine with layers of brightness, persistence and appeal. This depth of fruit, balanced by the bright, ripe, acid tension, carries right through to its fine dry finish.